Education agents

International applicants can apply with the assistance of one of our education counsellors, commonly referred to as agents.

Your application to UWE Bristol will be treated equally irrespective of how you apply.

What is an agent?

UWE Bristol works with a number of carefully selected agents globally. You can expect one of UWE Bristol's trusted agents to:

• Provide accurate information on UWE Bristol, the courses offered, their entry requirements, and advise on what might suit your interests and education history
• Assist you in making an application to UWE Bristol, including preparing and submitting any required documentation
• Provide advice on course selection processes including interviews
• Communicate on your behalf with UWE Bristol
• Provide information on accommodation options, and help make applications
• Support you through the process of getting a visa to study in the UK.

Choosing an agent

Choosing to study overseas is a big decision. If you are considering using an agent to apply to UWE Bristol, the following steps will help you ensure that you pick the right one for you.

• Before working with an agent, ensure they are an approved agent of UWE Bristol. You can find a list of UWE approved agents on your relevant country page.
• Some recruitment agents have local offices where you can receive in-person advice. Others offer virtual support through WhatsApp and video calls. Different approaches work for different people, so be sure to understand how your agent operates before making a commitment.
• Avoid agents whose primary motivation is to support your immigration to the UK. As UK government guidelines state, the primary purpose of your travel to the UK should be to study.
• An agent should not charge you an application fee, its free to apply to UWE Bristol.
• We recommend that you refer to the student guide to choosing an education agent to help you identify the best representative to support your application.

Education agents of UWE Bristol are paid commission for their services if you decide to enrol at the University, with the exception of the United States or representatives working with students receiving US federal loans.

Agent Quality Framework

UWE Bristol is committed to the UK Agent Quality Framework (AQF).

We have signed the Universities Pledge with the British Universities International Liaison Association (BUILA) and the British Council to help ensure the highest standards of agent management.

Feedback and complaints

In the event of any complaint regarding the service received from one of our education agents please contact international@uwe.ac.uk with your name, UWE Bristol student ID, the name of the agent and an outline of your complaint.